Harry Potter Top Sights Tour with Edinburgh Dungeons
Overview
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3 hours 30 minutes
Mobile ticket
Set off on a magical tour of Edinburgh with our fun Potter-head guide, seeing the places that inspired JK Rowling to create her wizarding universe. Then, enjoy a spooky interactive experience at the Edinburgh Dungeons! Perfect for families and all Potter fans!
Starting on The Royal Mile, see historic Waverley Station and Edinburgh University Old College–a famous old campus that provided inspiration for Rowling’s creations. Continue through the atmospheric Old Town, stopping at Greyfriars Kirkyard to visit Tom Riddle's Grave and passing by the Elephant Café where JK Rowling sat dreaming up the world of Harry Potter!
Get amazing views of Edinburgh Castle on our way to Victoria Street–said to be the inspiration for Diagon Alley. We finish near Edinburgh City Chambers where you’ll learn about JK Rowling’s impact on the city
After the tour, enter Edinburgh Dungeons where live actors play out scenes from Scotland’s horrible history!
Additional Info
Service animals allowed
Public transportation options are available nearby
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Please be aware that this is a walking tour on sometimes uneven terrain
What To Expect
Royal Mile
After meeting your guide and fellow Potter-heads near Tron Kirk Market, your tour starts with a stroll along Edinburgh’s world-famous Royal Mile!
Edinburgh Waverley Station
We’ll stop at a great viewpoint to see the historical Waverley Train station, much used by JK Rowling and an inspiration for trains being an iconic part of a young wizard's journey.
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Harry Potter Top Sights Tour with Edinburgh Dungeons
What‘s Included
See Edinburgh's top Harry Potter sights
2-hour walking tour with a small group
Fun local guide!
Tickets for Edinburgh Dungeons
Food & Drinks
Hotel pickup / drop-off
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
Reviews
2 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Not worth the money.
Robert M,Feb 15, 2026
- Review from Viator
3.00Our guide was amazing. Jackson was, funny and very enthusiastic for our Harry Potter portion of the tour. However the dungeons were a waste of time.
Fun, energetic tour !
Kim T,Nov 25, 2025
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun tour with Jackson today! It was a great way to get a quick introduction to the city and hear about ways Edinburgh inspired JK Rowling. Thanks for bringing the energy, Jackson !
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